Curtis OMW1199 User Manual
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity:
a.
When heating food in plastic or paper container, check the oven frequently to the possibility of
ignition.
b.
Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bag in oven.
c.
If smoke is observed, switch off or unplug the appliance and keep the door closed in order to stifle
any flames.
d.
Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food
in the cavity when not in use.
7.
WARNING: Liquid or other food must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to
explode.
8.
Microwave heating of beverage can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care has to be taken
when handle the container.
9.
Do not fry food in the oven. Hot oil can damage oven parts and utensils and even result in skin burns.
10.
Eggs in their shell and whole hard-boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they
may explode even after microwave heating has ended.
11.
Pierce foods with heavy skins such as potatoes, whole squashes, apples and chestnuts before
cooking.
12.
The contents of feeding bottles and baby jars should be stirred or shaken and the temperature should
be checked before serving in order to avoid burns.
13.
Cooking utensils may become hot because of heat transferred from the heated food. Potholders may
be needed to handle the utensil.
14.
Utensils should be checked to ensure that they are suitable for use in microwave oven.
15.
WARNING: It is hazardous for anyone other than a trained person to carry out any service or repair
operation which involves the removal of any cover which gives protection against exposure to
microwave energy.
1.
Arrange food carefully. Place thickest areas towards outside of dish.
2.
Watch cooking time. Cook for the shortest amount of time indicated and add more as needed. Food
severely overcooked can smoke or ignite.
3.
Cover foods while cooking. Covers prevent spattering and help foods to cook evenly.
4.
Turn foods over once during microwaving to speed cooking of such foods as chicken and hamburgers.
Large items like roasts must be turned over at least once.
5.
Rearrange foods such as meatballs halfway through cooking both from top to bottom and from the
center of the dish to the outside.
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